1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 BMW M1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 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 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
| Model | Hai 450 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6973 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 116 L |
