2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Maybach 62. (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Maybach | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
