1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 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 508 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 2300 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
