1976 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 2 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 225 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | CX | 375 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
