1974 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, both 1974 Citroen GS and 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | GS | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 130 L |
