2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 112 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (511 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2874 mm |
