2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 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 312 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. (311 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | MC12 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 104 L |
