1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 41 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 118 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |