2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1435 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
