1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 515 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 75 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 88 L |
