1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2105 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Marcos | Maybach |
| Model | 1600 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3830 mm |
