2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 272 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Monteverdi |
| Model | Tiburon | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 130 L |
