1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450

To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 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 259 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (185 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 760 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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