1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega 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 249 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 375 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | Hai 450 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| 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 | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 75 L |
