1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 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 151 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari F40. (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F40 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |
