1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 45 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 198 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Monteverdi 375 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | 375 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 51 L |
