2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. 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 327 more horse power than 1999 Renault Spider. (296 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | MC12 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3120 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 | 1335 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
