2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (501 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | MC12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 623 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 652 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |