1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 45 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 580 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Monteverdi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2000 | CLS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2874 mm |