2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati MC12 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 210 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mustang. (412 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 352 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati MC12 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | MC12 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |