1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 911 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport. 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 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Newport | 62 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
