1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB6 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
