1958 Jeep CJ 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 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ 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 256 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jeep | Monteverdi |
| Model | CJ | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
