1972 AMC Matador vs. 1970 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1970 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | AMC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Matador | 375 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
