1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 560 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |
