1970 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi 375 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | 375 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
