2004 Maybach 62 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Maybach 62. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Because 2004 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Bentley Continental. (800 Nm). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 62 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Maybach | Bentley |
| Model | 62 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
