1977 Ford LTD vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | LTD | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |