1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2421 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 853 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Reliant | Maybach |
| Model | Regal | 62 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 110 L |
