1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 688 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Monaco | 208 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2350 mm |
