2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 886 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
Model | S | 62 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5784 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |