2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 4 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (618 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 433 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
