1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 75 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2896 mm |
