1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2226 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan 4 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Morgan | Maybach |
Model | 4 | 62 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3828 mm |