2005 Maybach 62 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 362 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 62 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
