2003 Buick Centieme 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 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme 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 220 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Centieme | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
