2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Monteverdi 375. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Monteverdi 375.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | Corvette | 375 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
