2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Explorer | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 130 L |