1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 485 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 565 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Caprice | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
