2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Maybach 62. (543 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2006 Maybach 57.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maybach 62. (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maybach 62.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maybach 57 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Maybach | Maybach |
Model | 57 | 62 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 613 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 1357 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |