2009 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 730 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
