1968 Ford 17 vs. 1970 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1970 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | 17 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
