1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 36 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 133 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 827 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 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 450 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 76 L |
