1969 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 295 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
