2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Maybach 62. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maybach 62. (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maybach 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
