2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 39 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 400. (392 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
| Model | 599 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 130 L |
