2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maybach 62 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 400 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maybach 62 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Maybach | BMW |
Model | 62 | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |