2008 BMW 118 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 38 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 253 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 118 | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 130 L |
