1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 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 475 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | 40 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
