2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | MC12 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
