2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 37 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 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 555 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3110 mm |
