1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 223 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 445 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hai 450 | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 80 L |
