1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 247 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1044 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 1999 Chevrolet Express 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. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
Model | Express | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |