2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 149 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger. 2005 Dodge Charger 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. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Monteverdi |
| Model | Charger | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 130 L |
