1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 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 310 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Peugeot |
| Model | Hai 450 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 70 L |
