1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Monaco | Dino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
