1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 40 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 910 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | E-350 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
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 | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3505 mm |