2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 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:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Porsche | Maybach |
| Model | 911 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
