1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | 750 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |