1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva 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 564 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Festiva | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
