1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 396 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 65 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | MC12 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |