1998 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend 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 418 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2006 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Legend | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
