1982 BMW 628 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1982 BMW 628 is newer by 12 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 210 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 628 weights approximately 180 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
Model | 628 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 130 L |