2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 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 321 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 267 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 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2009 BMW 335 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. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | MC12 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 5.5 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 | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
