2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Maybach 62. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Maybach 57.
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 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maybach 62. (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maybach 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Maybach | Maybach |
| Model | 62 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |
