1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 44 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, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS. 2011 Lexus GS 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. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Monaco | GS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |