1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1965 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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 317 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 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 | 1965 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 450 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 61 L |
