1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | S6 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
