1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 40 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (376 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 252 kg more than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Dodge |
| Model | Berlinetta | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |
