2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | SL | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
