1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 20 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 276 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 23 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Mercury | Monteverdi |
Model | Mystique | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |