1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
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:
| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Monteverdi |
| Model | Eldorado | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
