1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 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 286 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Monteverdi |
| Model | G12 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 130 L |
