1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 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 206 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
| Model | 308 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 130 L |
