1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 289 kg more than 1977 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:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Fairlane | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6550 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
