2006 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2006 BMW 545. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 545 | 62 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |