1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 185 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Monteverdi 375 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Monteverdi 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Monteverdi 375 2012 Honda Accord
Make Monteverdi Honda
Model 375 Accord
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 652 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1469 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 130 L 70 L


 

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