1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 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 179 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Monteverdi |
Model | D8 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |