2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 184 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | Z4 | 62 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3830 mm |