1998 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 260 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 323 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
