2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati MC12 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 308 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (315 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 80 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati MC12 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | MC12 | 996 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |