1963 Bristol 408 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 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 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 125 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Bristol | Monteverdi |
| Model | 408 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
