2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 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:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Lotus | Monteverdi |
| Model | Esprit | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
