1984 Lotus Etna 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 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Etna | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
