1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Monaco | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
