1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 28 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
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) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Hai 450 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| 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 | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
