2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 110 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | C | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 130 L |
