2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
Model | Corvette | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 130 L |