1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 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 247 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Monteverdi |
| Model | 62 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 125 L |
