2008 Maybach 62 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Maybach 62. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maybach 62 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Maybach | Bentley |
Model | 62 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |