2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 572 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | MC12 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
