2004 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 330 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
