2004 Audi TT vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2004 Audi TT 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 443 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TT, 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | TT | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
