2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2006 Maserati MC12 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | MC12 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |