1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern 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 346 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Hai 450 | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 50 L |
