1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon 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 493 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
