1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2005 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | 1100 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
