1974 AMC Matador vs. 1970 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1970 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | AMC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Matador | 375 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
