1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 41 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1114 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Dodge |
| Model | Hai 450 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 72 L |
