1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 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. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 1972 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Monteverdi 375 | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 375 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
