2004 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 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 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A8 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
