2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500. 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | MC12 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
