1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
| Model | Dino | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
