2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. 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 376 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
