1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 176 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 53 L |
