1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 37 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Monaco | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |