2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (600 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | 62 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 605 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3830 mm |