2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 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 599 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | MC12 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
