1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 470 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion. 1972 Buick Centurion 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. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
Model | Centurion | Hai 375 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |