1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 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 305 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Audi | Monteverdi |
Model | Super 90 | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 130 L |