1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
| Model | Hai 450 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
