2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 258 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Lotus | Monteverdi |
Model | Elise | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 130 L |