1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 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 High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Ford |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
