1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
