1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 125 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Islero | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Islero | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3928 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |
