2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati MC12 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 273 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
