1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 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:
| 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Hai 450 | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 108 L |
