2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Maybach 62. (543 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Maybach 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maybach 62. (899 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maybach 62. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
Model | SL | 62 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 543 HP |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 899 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |