2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | MC12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |