2007 BMW 130 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 38 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 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 130 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 130 L |
