1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 38 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 244 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Audi |
| Model | Hai 450 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 60 L |
