2005 Maybach 62 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maybach | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
