2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena 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 549 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 175 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | MC12 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
