1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 547 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Zodiac | MC12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |