2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GS 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 323 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 435 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | GS | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |
