1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Marcos | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mantula | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 130 L |
