1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. 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:
| 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 375 Indy | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
