2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 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 537 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1976 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 MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati MC12 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | MC12 | 912 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
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 | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |