2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Maybach | Alpina |
| Model | 62 | B3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2730 mm |
