1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | 2000 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
