1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 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 491 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 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:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Austin | Maybach |
| Model | A 55 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3830 mm |
