1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B6 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
