2009 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 241 more horse power than 2009 BMW 750. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 BMW 750. 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 750 | 62 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 363 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 - Premium | 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 | 1950 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |