1974 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Monteverdi 375 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | 375 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
