1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | 280 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
