1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 791 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 515 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Monaco | Silverado |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 136 L |