1970 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Maybach 62
To start off, 2004 Maybach 62 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,440 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2004 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Corvette. (678 Nm). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Corvette | 62 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7440 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3830 mm |
