1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 42 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
