1969 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 375 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 375 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
