1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 17 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Monaco | 228 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
