1962 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 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 406 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
Model | 700 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 130 L |