1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 36 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac GTO. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Monteverdi | Pontiac |
Model | Hai 450 | GTO |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 68 L |