2009 BMW 745 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3110 mm |
