2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 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 576 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | MC12 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
