1970 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 33 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 123 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi 375 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
| Model | 375 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
