2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Maserati MC12. (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati MC12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
