1956 Maserati 350S vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 350S. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 350S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 350S | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Maserati | Monteverdi |
| Model | 350S | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
