2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 28 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 470 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Monaco |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 478 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |