1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Monteverdi |
Model | Deauville | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |