2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 32 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | Avalanche | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 130 L |
