1974 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 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 232 more horse power than 1972 Saab 99. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1972 Saab 99.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Monteverdi 375 | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Saab |
| Model | 375 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
