1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 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) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 950 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Monaco | 311 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
