1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650
To start off, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,489 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 (641 HP) has 560 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 374 kg more than 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650.
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 Mercury Comet | 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 | |
| Make | Mercury | Monteverdi |
| Model | Comet | Hai 650 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 641 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
