2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Maserati MC12 and 2008 Rover 75 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 494 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
Because 2008 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | MC12 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
