1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 324 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | 190 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 125 L |
