1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 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 206 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Statesman | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Holden | Monteverdi |
Model | Statesman | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |