1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlinetta | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 66 L |
