1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaco | 500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |