2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 30 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
Model | 550 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 130 L |