1996 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
