1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Monaco | 308 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |