1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2000 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
