2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 710 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 912 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
