1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, both 1968 BMW 2002 and 1968 Monteverdi 2000 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, both vehicles can yield 157 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 2002 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 82 L |
