1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | 500 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 130 L |
