1976 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | CX | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |
