1997 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 850 | 62 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 900 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3830 mm |