2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 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 103 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (520 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati MC12 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | MC12 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 685 Nm |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |