1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette 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 274 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Vedette | 375 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
