1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 480 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Coronet | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
