2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Dodge | Monteverdi |
| Model | Ram | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 125 L |
