1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 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 301 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Triumph |
| Model | Hai 450 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 56 L |
