2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 442 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 180 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Monte Carlo | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
