1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Volante | Monaco |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 478 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |