1990 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 316 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
