1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet

To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Dodge Monaco 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Monaco F300 Life Jet
Year Released 1972 1997
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5209 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 79.5 mm
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 3020 mm


 

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