1948 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 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:
1948 Austin 16 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Austin | Maybach |
Model | 16 | 62 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |