1997 GMC Safari vs. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 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:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | GMC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Safari | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 130 L |
