2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore 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 529 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | MC12 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
