1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | 356 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2110 mm |
