2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. (391 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 292 kg more than 1970 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, both vehicles can yield 586 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | Corvette | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 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 | 1582 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 130 L |
