1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 150 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Invicta | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
