1998 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 26 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 216 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 323 | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |
