2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 950 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Maserati | MCC |
| Model | Coupe | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
