2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Maserati MC12 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (475 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
