2007 Maybach 62 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 5 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Maybach | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 62 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
