1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000

To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 294 kg more than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1973 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1973 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Avanti Avanti 1968 Monteverdi 2000
Make Avanti Monteverdi
Model Avanti 2000
Year Released 1973 1968
Engine Size 6570 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2560 mm


 

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