1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 234 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | Camaro | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
