1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB 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 341 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 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 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Monteverdi |
| Model | QB | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 130 L |
