2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. (444 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
Model | CL | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 130 L |