2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 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 313 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928. 1985 Porsche 928 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. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
