2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | MC12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 652 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |