2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Lotus | Monteverdi |
| Model | Esprit | 375 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
