2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1978 Ford Capri 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. 1978 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | MC12 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
