1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 95 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 330GT | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
