1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 770 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Monaco | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1641 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3820 mm |
