2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 539 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | MC12 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
