2009 BMW 118 vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 35 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 199 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 118 | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
