1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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 (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Monaco | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
