2000 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Acura | Maybach |
| Model | NSX | 62 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3828 mm |
