1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 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 317 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 495 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) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 88 L |
