1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1207 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Monteverdi | GMC |
Model | Hai 450 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 98 L |