2000 BMW 528 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 31 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 64 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 95 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) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1969 Monteverdi 400 has manual transmission. 1969 Monteverdi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 528 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
