2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 42 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | E | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
