2009 BMW 120 vs. 1972 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1972 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 120 | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
