1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Maserati MC12. (623 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Maserati MC12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati MC12. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Sidewinder | MC12 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |