1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. 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 Maverick | 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Maverick | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
