1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 682 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Fleetwood | Monaco |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3110 mm |