1959 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Maybach 62
To start off, 2004 Maybach 62 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 420. (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati 420 | 2004 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maybach |
| Model | 420 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4190 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3830 mm |
