2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1972 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1972 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Mazda | Monteverdi |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
