1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650
To start off, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,489 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 (641 HP) has 603 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Monteverdi |
| Model | Foursome | Hai 650 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |
