2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 523 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | MC12 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
