1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 7 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Monaco | 400 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |