1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 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 35 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Monteverdi | TVR |
| Model | Berlinetta | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |
