1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 137 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Monaco | SP |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
