1970 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 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 83 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi 375 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Pontiac |
| Model | 375 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
