1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria 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 480 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 355 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Crown Victoria | MC12 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |