2009 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 120 | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 130 L |
