2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta has manual transmission. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Monteverdi |
| Model | Nitro | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 125 L |
