2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (551 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 456M | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
