Compare the2025 Maserati MC20VS 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3

The MC20 offers optional Automated Emergency Braking, which use forward mounted sensors to warn the driver of a possible collision ahead. If the driver doesn’t react and the system determines a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes at full-force in order to reduce the force of the crash or avoid it altogether. The Daytona SP3 doesn't offer collision warning or crash mitigation brakes.

The MC20 offers an optional Surround View System to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The Daytona SP3 only offers a rear monitor.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the MC20’s standard Rear Cross Path uses sensors in the rear to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side, helping the driver avoid collisions. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a rear cross-path warning system.

The MC20 has standard SOS and Assist Call, which uses a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver and a cellular system to help track down your vehicle if it’s stolen or send emergency personnel to the scene if any airbags deploy. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a GPS response system, only a navigation computer with no live response for emergencies, so if you’re involved in an accident and you’re incapacitated help may not come as quickly.

Both the MC20 and the Daytona SP3 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights and rearview cameras.

The MC20 comes with a full 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The Daytona SP3’s 3-year basic warranty expires 1 year sooner.

The MC20’s corrosion warranty is 1 year longer than the Daytona SP3’s (4 vs. 3 years).

There are almost 3 times as many Maserati dealers as there are Ferrari dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the MC20’s warranty.

The Daytona SP3’s redline is at 9500 RPM, which causes more engine wear, and a greater chance of a catastrophic engine failure. The MC20 has a 8000 RPM redline.

The battery on the MC20 is in the trunk, which protects it from hot underhood temperatures that can degrade battery life. By keeping the MC20’s battery 20 to 30 degrees cooler, its life is increased by years. The Daytona SP3’s battery is in the hot engine compartment.

The MC20’s standard 3.0 turbo V6 produces 24 lbs.-ft. more torque (538 vs. 514) than the Daytona SP3’s 6.5 DOHC V12. The MC20 GT2 Stradale’s standard 3.0 turbo V6 produces 24 lbs.-ft. more torque (538 vs. 514) than the Daytona SP3’s 6.5 DOHC V12.

On the EPA test cycle the MC20 3.0 turbo V6 gets better fuel mileage than the Daytona SP3 (15 city/25 hwy vs. 12 city/16 hwy).

An eight-speed automatic (SMG) is standard on the Maserati MC20, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the Daytona SP3.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the MC20’s wheelbase is 1.9 inches longer than on the Daytona SP3 (106.3 inches vs. 104.4 inches).

The MC20 has 4 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Daytona SP3 (48 vs. 44).

The MC20 has a standard remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

The MC20’s front power windows open or close with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside of the car. The Daytona SP3’s front passenger window doesn’t close automatically.

If the windows are left open on the MC20 the driver can close them all from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the Daytona SP3 can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The MC20’s standard Extended Keyless Go allow you to unlock the doors from either outside door handle and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Keyless Start standard on the Daytona SP3 only offers hands-free access for the ignition, none to unlock the car.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors standard on the MC20 detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

Both the Maserati MC20 and Ferrari Daytona SP3 offer exterior mirrors that can be folded to provide convenience. The MC20 features standard power folding mirrors, which allow for easy, one-touch folding or unfolding at the driver’s discretion. This provides added convenience when maneuvering or parking, as well as when walking past the parked vehicle. In comparison, the Daytona SP3’s foldable mirrors are manual, requiring the driver to get out and physically fold them once parked and unfold them before getting in.

The MC20 has a standard center folding armrest for the driver and front passenger. A center armrest helps combat driver fatigue. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a front seat center armrest.

The MC20’s standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won’t have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer dual zone air conditioning.

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the MC20 has a standard Adaptive Cruise Control, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer an adaptive cruise control.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Maserati MC20 has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the front center console. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer wireless personal charging.

The Maserati MC20 comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Ferrari Daytona SP3 isn’t available as a coupe.

The Maserati MC20 outsold the Ferrari Daytona SP3 by almost four to one during 2024.