1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Monaco | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
