1979 Buick Century vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | Century | 375 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
