1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 41 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 Honda NSX 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. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Monaco | NSX |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |