2003 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | M3 | 62 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |