2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin V12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin V12. 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) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (542 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin V12. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
| Model | V12 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
