1969 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 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 172 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 375 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
| Model | 375 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 60 L |
