1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 178 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaco | MK V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
