2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Monteverdi 375. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Monteverdi 375.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Monteverdi 375. (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Monteverdi 375.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Bentley | Monteverdi |
| Model | Continental | 375 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
