2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 244 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 835 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | F-150 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 130 L |