2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. 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 395 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
