1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar 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 455 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Cougar | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
