2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F 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 544 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | MC12 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
