1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 43 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 86 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
| Model | High Speed 375 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2640 mm |
