2006 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 523 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
