2005 Audi S4 vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 35 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, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Audi | Monteverdi |
| Model | S4 | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |
