1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2126 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2010 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. 2010 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Marcos | Maybach |
| Model | 1600 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 999 Nm |
| 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 | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3828 mm |
