1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 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 306 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Hai 450 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 48 L |
