1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Bristol | Maybach |
Model | 407 | 62 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 110 L |