2009 BMW 335 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
Model | 335 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 130 L |