1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 308 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
