2007 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 936 kg more than 2007 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Audi | Maybach |
Model | S8 | 62 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |