1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 400. (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Monteverdi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 64 L |
