1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1976 Porsche 930 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930. 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Monteverdi 400 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 930 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 657 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |