2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 36 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 139 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 108 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jeep | Monteverdi |
| Model | Commander | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 130 L |
