1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 12 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 250 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | 380 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
