1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 24 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 344 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Beijing | Monteverdi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
