1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | Riviera | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 130 L |
