2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 35 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 7 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 155 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Monteverdi |
| Model | Spyder | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 130 L |
