2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 39 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, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Monteverdi 375. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1967 Monteverdi 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 900 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi 375. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Monteverdi 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Bentley | Monteverdi |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 130 L |
