2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 320 | 62 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |