1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 42 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 192 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Monteverdi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Audi |
| Model | 400 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 60 L |
