2008 Maybach 62 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (409 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 62 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maybach | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5978 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
