1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 752 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
