2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 27 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) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 860 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | SSR | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
