1985 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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 20 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | AC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Cobra | 375 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
