2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 352 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Ranger | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 130 L |
