1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 16 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 269 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
Model | Z1 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |