1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Monaco | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |
