1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 19 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 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:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
Model | F40 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |