2006 BMW 130 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 36 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 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 130.
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 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 130 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 130 L |
