2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (530 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
