2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 665 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3110 mm |
