1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
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1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvair | MC12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |