2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS 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 463 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 165 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | MC12 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
