2009 BMW 125 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2006 Maserati MC12
Make BMW Maserati
Model 125 MC12
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2497 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 623 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 652 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 330 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 3.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2100 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 18.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 88 L


 

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