2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati MC12 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 347 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Maserati | Lotus |
| Model | MC12 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
