2010 Maybach 62 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maybach 62 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 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 671 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alpina B7. (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maybach 62 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Maybach | Alpina |
| Model | 62 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2876 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6165 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3828 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
