2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 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 214 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (409 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati MC12 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | MC12 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
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 | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 89 L |