2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati MC12 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 73 more horse power than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. (550 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati MC12 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | MC12 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |