1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 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 Monteverdi 2000 2005 Porsche 911
Make Monteverdi Porsche
Model 2000 911
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1996 cc 3818 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 129 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 293 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 64 L


 

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