2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Maserati MC12. (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati MC12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Maserati | Koenigsegg |
| Model | MC12 | CCX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
