1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 20 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 150 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
