1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 14 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Monaco | S8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
