1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 26 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vantage | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
