1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 1970 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | GT 40 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 82 L |
