1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 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:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | 3.8 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 130 L |
