1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaco | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |