1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 36 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 184 more horse power than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 560 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 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Hai 450 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 72 L |
