2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet 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 426 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Maserati | Venturi |
| Model | MC12 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
