1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 15 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 280 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
