1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 450 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 67 L |
