1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Holden | Monteverdi |
Model | Commodore | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |