2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 36 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 84 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XJ8 | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 130 L |
