1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 188 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi 375.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Monteverdi 375 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
Model | 375 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 73 L |