2001 BMW Compact vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | Compact | 62 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
