1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 202 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 205 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 2004 BMW 325 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. 2004 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 450 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 63 L |
