1973 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 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 291 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 268 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | E | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
