2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
