2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. (563 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1135 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MC12 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
