1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 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 531 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 406 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
