1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 24 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Monaco | 550 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
