1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 126 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Monaco |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 83 L |