2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 233 more horse power than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | MC12 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
