1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 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 381 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Z9 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
