1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo 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 494 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Turbo | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
