1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1972 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 216 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1972 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Monteverdi |
| Model | 3000 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
