1969 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 5 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 287 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 375 | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Renault |
| Model | 375 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
