1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Ford |
| Model | Hai 375 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 68 L |
