1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 14 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 130 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Thunderbird | 375 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
