2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 605 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3110 mm |
