2006 Maybach 62 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maybach 62 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Maybach | Maserati |
Model | 62 | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2670 mm |