2006 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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 255 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 325 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 130 L |
