2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, both 2005 Maserati MC12 and 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 473 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 390 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati MC12 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | MC12 | Microbus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |