2000 Audi S8 vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 High Speed 375 (651 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S8. (583 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S8. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Audi | Monteverdi |
| Model | S8 | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3190 mm |
