1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 45 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, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A7 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, 2012 Audi A7 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 (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A7. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A7. 2012 Audi A7 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. 2012 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Monaco | A7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
