Compare the2023 Maserati MC20VS 2022 Ferrari Roma

The MC20 has standard head airbag curtains for front and middle row seats which act as a forgiving barrier between the driver and outboard passenger's upper bodies and the window and pillars. Combined with high-strength steel door beams and lower side airbags this system increases head protection in broadside collisions. The Roma doesn't offer side airbag protection for the head and are only available for the front seats.

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 Roma doesn't offer collision warning or crash mitigation brakes.

The MC20 Cielo has a standard Surround View System to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The Roma only offers front and rear parking sensors that beep or flash a light. That doesn’t help with obstacles to the sides.

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

Both the MC20 and the Roma have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, front and rear parking sensors and available blind spot warning systems.

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 Roma’s 3-year basic warranty expires 1 year sooner.

The MC20’s corrosion warranty is 1 year longer than the Roma’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 MC20’s 3.0 turbo V6 produces 9 more horsepower (621 vs. 612) than the Roma’s 3.9 turbo V8.

On the EPA test cycle the MC20 gets better fuel mileage than the Roma (15 city/25 hwy vs. 17 city/22 hwy).

The MC20 has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Roma doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

For better traction and acceleration, the MC20 has larger rear tires than the Roma (305/30R20 vs. 285/35R20).

The MC20’s 305/30R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Roma’s standard 35 series tires.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the MC20’s wheelbase is 1.2 inches longer than on the Roma (106.3 inches vs. 105.1 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the MC20 is 1.2 inches wider in the front than on the Roma.

For excellent aerodynamics, the MC20 has standard flush composite headlights. The Roma has recessed headlights that spoil its aerodynamic shape and create extra drag.

The MC20’s standard power retractable hardtop allows a seamless transition from an open car, to a completely sealed coupe. The Roma doesn’t offer a retractable hardtop.

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 Roma doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

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 Roma doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

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