1972 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi 375 | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Reliant |
| Model | 375 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
