2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1676 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Mini | Maybach |
| Model | Cooper | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
