1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 25 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Dodge | McLaren |
| Model | Monaco | F1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
