2009 Ford Edge vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Edge | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 125 L |
