2007 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 37 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, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
Model | M5 | High Speed 375 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |