2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 318 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | MC12 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
