1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 148 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | MK II | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
