1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 40 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 271 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 114 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
| Model | Hai 450 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 76 L |
