1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 27 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Monaco | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
