2003 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 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 481 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | MC12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 1310 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |