1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | GT 40 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 130 L |
