1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta 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 315 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 657 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta has manual transmission. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
| Model | Berlinetta | 343 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 45 L |
