1970 AC 428 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1970 AC 428 is newer by 3 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 434 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | 428 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 6292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
