2002 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 32 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, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 1748 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (651 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Audi | Monteverdi |
| Model | R8 | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 125 L |
