1972 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 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 266 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi 375 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Smart |
| Model | 375 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
