1978 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 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:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | Electra | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
