2011 Maybach 62 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maybach 62 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Maybach | Dodge |
Model | 62 | Ram |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 899 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2876 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6165 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3828 mm | 3569 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 | 121 L |