1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 41 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 53 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Monaco | FX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2885 mm |
