2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride 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 587 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. 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 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati MC12 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | MC12 | Floride |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |