2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | 300 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.7 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 | 1815 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
