1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 29 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | ML |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
