1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 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 220 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Monteverdi | TVR |
| Model | Hai 375 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 63 L |
