1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XK | 375 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
