2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 92 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Monteverdi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Monteverdi |
| Model | LR3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 130 L |
