1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
