2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Because 2004 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
