1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1500 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
