1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 467 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 135 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Alfa 6 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
