1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | MC12 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |