1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 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 424 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
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. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 has manual transmission. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 650 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |
