1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. 2012 Maybach 57 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. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Maybach |
| Model | Hai 450 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 110 L |
