2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 223 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 396 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
| Model | C | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 130 L |
