1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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 182 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volkswagen |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 62 L |
