1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
Model | XK | High Speed 375 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |