1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 276 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 95 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) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 365 GTB | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4350 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 88 L |
