1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 38 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Monaco | Rapide |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2990 mm |