1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 729 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Monaco |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 478 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |