1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 11 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 273 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 164 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 | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
| Model | Hai 450 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
