2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 34 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. (444 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 545 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Monteverdi |
| Model | DB9 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 130 L |
