1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 510 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 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Hai 450 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6972 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
