2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 345 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | MC12 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
