1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 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 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 182 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 (529 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (471 Nm). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |
