1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 36 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
