1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 23 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XJ220 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1100 mm |
