1990 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 16 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 240 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 316 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
