1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1970 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1970 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | SC | 375 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
