2008 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 18 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 60 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
Model | 550 | Hai 375 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 130 L |