1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 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 234 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 195 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon. 2006 Ford Falcon 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. 2006 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Ford |
| Model | Hai 450 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 68 L |
