2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 420. (405 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1959 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 612 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
