2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 375. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 375.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 375. (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 375.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1969 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | SL | 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 130 L |
