1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Sixty | MC12 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 652 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |