1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 (641 HP) has 567 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 356 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 650 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 74 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2130 mm |
