2009 BMW 125 vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 125 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
