1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 42 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Audi |
| Model | Hai 450 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 67 L |
