2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Monteverdi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
