2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 555 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | MC12 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
