2009 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M5 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
