2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 9 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 214 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 545 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | MC12 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
