1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 38 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 200 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 685 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 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 450 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6972 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 82 L |
