1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 440 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3110 mm |
