2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |
