1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 522 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Cortina | MC12 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |