2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster. 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) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Maserati | Tesla |
| Model | MC12 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2352 mm |
