2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJR. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XJR | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 130 L |
