1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Corvette | 57 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |