2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Mustang | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 130 L |