1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 33 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 56 more horse power than 2003 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Monteverdi | TVR |
| Model | Hai 450 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
