2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Monteverdi |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 375 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
