1974 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 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 304 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Monteverdi 375 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Wartburg |
| Model | 375 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
