1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 39 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |