1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 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:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mustang | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
