1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
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 2000 (157 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (154 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | E | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
