1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Monteverdi 375. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Monteverdi 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi 375. 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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 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 | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Aston Martin |
| Model | 375 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 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 | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 80 L |
