1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 43 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 205 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
Because 1969 Monteverdi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Monteverdi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 76 L |
