1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 19 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3150 mm |
