2002 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 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 285 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 332 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
