1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
Model | High Speed 375 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2620 mm |