1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. 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:
1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 6973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |