1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 38 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 183 more horse power than 2008 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | Hai 375 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 36 L |
