1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1478 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hai 450 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 100 L |
