2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 335 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
