2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 561 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | MC12 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
