1973 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi 375 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 375 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
