1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 217 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 148 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hai 450 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 68 L |
