1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 951 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1969 Monteverdi 400 has manual transmission. 1969 Monteverdi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 106 L |
