2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati MC12 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | MC12 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |