1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1199 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Cadillac |
| Model | Hai 450 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 98 L |
