2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Because 2005 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
