1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 28 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 150 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Explorer | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3190 mm |
