2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 37 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi 375.
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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR 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:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Monteverdi |
| Model | XLR | 375 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 130 L |
