2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | S2000 | MC12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |