1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 2 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 253 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jensen | Monteverdi |
| Model | Healey | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 130 L |
