1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 459 kg more than 1977 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:
| 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Hai 450 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
