2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 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 544 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
