1957 Austin Princess vs. 1972 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1972 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Austin | Monteverdi |
| Model | Princess | 375 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
