2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. 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 393 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
