2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 400. (392 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
Model | Corvette | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 130 L |