1995 Ford Royale vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1995 Ford Royale is newer by 25 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 201 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Royale | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3190 mm |
