1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
Model | 600 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2520 mm |