1969 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 35 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 192 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 375 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | 375 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 63 L |
