2009 BMW 550 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 550 | Monaco |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6284 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |