2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 280 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | C | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 130 L |
