1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick 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 540 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Ford Maverick. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Maverick | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Maverick | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
