2005 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 BMW 745. (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 BMW 745. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 745. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 745 | 62 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |