1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 450 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 79 L |
