2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450. (444 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Alpina | Monteverdi |
| Model | B7 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |
