1996 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 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 391 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 735 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
