1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | GMC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Jimmy | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3190 mm |
