2009 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Audi | Monteverdi |
| Model | A6 | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
