1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1990 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 504 is newer by 17 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 344 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 504. 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 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1990 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Peugeot |
| Model | Hai 450 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
