1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 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:
| 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 450 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 63 L |
