1972 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 28 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi 375 | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | 375 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
