2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | MC12 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
