2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Maybach 62. (543 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
| Model | CLK | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 574 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 110 L |
