2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 122 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mustang | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 130 L |
