1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | 40 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2876 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3828 mm |
