1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 306 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 250 LM | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 88 L |
