2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora 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 272 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | MC12 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
