2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 302 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 135 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
