1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT 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 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Monaco | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1885 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 |
