1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 55 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 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Hai 450 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 66 L |
