2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2004 Maserati MC12. (623 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati MC12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 935 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | V Sixteen | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2810 mm |
