1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 795 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Eldorado | MC12 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6389 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 |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |