2005 Maybach 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 62 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
