1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Capri | MC12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 145 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 | 975 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |