1979 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Granada | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |