2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (470 Nm). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
