2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Maybach 62. (543 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maybach 62. (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maybach 62.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
Model | SL | 62 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |