2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 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 241 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
