1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Greyhound | Monaco |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |