1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
Model | 250 GT | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 130 L |