1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. 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 343 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 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 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Riley |
| Model | Hai 450 | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6972 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 54 L |
