2007 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | X5 | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 125 L |
