2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X3 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |
