1970 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi 375 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) has 287 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi 375 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 375 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
