1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Dodge | AC |
| Model | Monaco | 428 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
