1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | MC12 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |