1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 36 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 390 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 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 450 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 63 L |
