1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 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 65 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | 356 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2110 mm |
