1997 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1997 BMW 316 is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 316. (150 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 316 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
