1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Zephyr | 400 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |