1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 201 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 512 TR | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
