2009 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 550 | 62 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |