2004 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 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 398 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
