2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Mustang | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 130 L |