1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3510 mm |
