2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 433 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
