1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 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 138 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Plymouth |
| Model | Hai 450 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 46 L |
