1974 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi 375 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 158 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Monteverdi 375 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Buick |
| Model | 375 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2837 mm |
