2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica 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 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | MC12 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2170 mm |
