2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XK | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
