1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
