2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 120 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
