1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 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 546 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 831 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 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:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Austin | Maybach |
Model | A 90 | 62 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3828 mm |