1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 26 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 148 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 450 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
