1997 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | M3 | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
