2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata E would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | MC12 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
