2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 247 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 88 L |
