1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada 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 478 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 365 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Mirada | MC12 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |