1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 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 127 more horse power than 1998 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Panoz |
| Model | Hai 450 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6972 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 59 L |
