2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (390 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 360 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | E | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
