2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Monteverdi 375. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Monteverdi 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi 375. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XK | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 130 L |
