2004 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1481 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 318 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
