1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus 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 570 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Taunus | MC12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |