2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. Both 2009 Maybach 62 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL are equipped with a 5,980 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (604 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
