1957 BMW 502 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 502 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
