1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
| Model | Sixty | 62 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
