1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 12 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 680 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Monaco | LM |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
