1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 472 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaco | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
