2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald 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 585 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | MC12 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |
