1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 799 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Monaco | LX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
