1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | 996 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
