2006 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 BMW 745. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 745. (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 745 | 62 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |