1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 365 GTC | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 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 | 243 km/hour | 330 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 | 1520 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
