1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 647 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Monaco | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
