1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 530 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3110 mm |
