1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 361 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2281 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
