1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini A3C 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 19 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Monteverdi |
| Model | A3C | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
