1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 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 219 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 66 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster 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. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 450 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 64 L |
