1963 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT 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 193 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
| Model | 250 GT | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 125 L |
