1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
