1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 31 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac GTO. (400 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 395 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac GTO. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac GTO. 2004 Pontiac GTO 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. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Pontiac |
| Model | Hai 450 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 68 L |
