2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | MC12 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
