1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 283 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 872 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Hyundai |
| Model | Hai 450 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 75 L |
