1953 AC Ace vs. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | AC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Ace | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 130 L |
