2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
Make Mercedes-Benz Monteverdi
Model E High Speed 375
Year Released 2005 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 7206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 221 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 109.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 233 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5320 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 125 L


 

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