2009 BMW 650 vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Monteverdi 375. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Monteverdi 375.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 650 | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
