1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Monaco | EX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2799 mm |
