2005 Morgan Roadster vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Roadster would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1936 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Roadster | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Morgan | Maybach |
Model | Roadster | 62 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3828 mm |