2007 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Monteverdi 2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1972 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 318 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
