1999 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 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 262 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1999 BMW 540. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 540 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3830 mm |
