1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
