2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 31 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | Roadster | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
