1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2223 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 896 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1960 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Elite 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:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maybach |
| Model | Elite | 62 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 110 L |
