1963 BMW 502 vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 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 182 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 502 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
