1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M 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 553 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | 12 M | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 895 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
