1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 140 kg more 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mondial | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 130 L |
