2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati MC12 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | MC12 | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |