1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
