1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 31 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, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 173 kg more than 2003 Infiniti M.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Monaco | M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
