2008 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 528 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
