1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 493 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 2600 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |