2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 612. (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
Model | 612 | 62 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |