2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Monteverdi |
| Model | DB7 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 391 HP |
| Torque | 542 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 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 130 L |
