2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica.
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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
